Stonega, VA

Virginia

Stonega is a small town in Virginia with a population of 154. Residents earn $39,808 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
154 Population 248/sq mi density
$39,808 Median Income $20,989 per capita
$54,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,808 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,808
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Stonega Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population154
Median Age79.4 yrs
Density248/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,808
Per Capita$20,989
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation1,947 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+47.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute37 min
Broadband72.0%

Is Stonega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stonega receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Stonega offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonega is $39,808, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stonega is $54,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stonega experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stonega has a population of 154 with a density of 248 people per square mile. The median age is 79.4 years, 104% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

154
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
79.4yrs
Median Age
104% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stonega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonega is $39,808, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Stonega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,808
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,989
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stonega is $54,500, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,500
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

In Stonega, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stonega vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD11.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities49

Crime Rates: Stonega vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stonega has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,947 ft (593 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates36.9522°N, 82.7899°W
County FIPS51720
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.6-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+47.4%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density248/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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